Thin-screen PCs are looking good but still fall flat
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The Monorail PC features a built-in flat panel screen and is available in two models. While both versions target average computer users with basic features, the lower-priced model is an Intel-compatible system that provides 16MB of memory, a 1GB hard disk, 512KB of video memory, and a 33.6 Kbps modem for $999. The more expensive Monorail PC includes a 2GB hard disk and 1MB of video memory for $1,299. Monorail provides adequate documentation along with a mail-in upgrade service for memory and processors. Despite its design flaws, Monorail has produced a good system. Compaq's Presario 3020, on the other hand, is innovative only in its radical design. The 3020 represents Compaq's high-end attempt to move away from the bulky television-type monitors included with most PCs. The 3020 includes a 12.1-inch flat panel screen in a system that weighs 28 pounds. The 3020 provides 24MB of memory, a 2GB hard disk, 2MB of video memory and a fast CD-ROM changer for $3,000.
Publication Name: The Wall Street Journal Western Edition
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0193-2241
Year: 1997
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For PC shoppers who know what they want, mail order delivers
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Mail-order is an effective way to buy a powerful personal computer. A customer should have a good idea of what she wants and choose a reputable firm. There are two kinds of PC mail-order firms: one sells its own brand, while another sells software and peripherals from many different makers. The best approach is to pick a mail-order brand used successfully by friends and acquaintances or one consistently praised by the PC press. The top mail-order brands include Zeos International, Dell Computer, Gateway 2000, IBM and Compaq. The best software-and-peripherals firms have separate units specializing in products for IBM PC compatibles and Apple Macintoshes. These firms are PC Connection and MacConnection and MicroWarehouse and MacWarehouse. Apple discourages the sale of Macintoshes through the mail.
Publication Name: The Wall Street Journal Western Edition
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0193-2241
Year: 1993
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All the basics you'll need to know when buying a PC
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Consumers should look for some basic features to ensure their new PC will be capable of running new software for three years. The processor should be an Intel Pentium with a clock speed of 166MHz or 200MHz and the chip should be an MMX model. RAM should be at least 16MB, but 32MB are recommended. The hard disk size should be largest one affordable, and users should purchase a CD-ROM drive rather than a DVD-ROM drive, as it is so new and is likely to have problems for a few years. The video circuitry should have 2MB of RAM, and the screen should be 17" with a dot pitch rating no higher than .28mm. The modem should be at least 33.6Kbps and a pair of USB ports are important. It is always best to stick with a brand name.
Publication Name: The Wall Street Journal Western Edition
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0193-2241
Year: 1997
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